They are only supposed to charge for the bill.... even without a signature. Say you left a tip in the tip line... but failed to sign... they can't take the tip... only the amount for the bill.
@Sharingan wrote:
@Anonymous wrote:I know of three resaturant chains here in New England that have started using Ziosks. I can pay right at the table with tip and get a printed and/or emailed receipt. Server never touches my card. I love them as they can also send requests for the server, reorder drinks and even order desserts.
I've seen these contraptions at the Chili's locations around here, and I think they are absolutely disgusting! The amount of grease and food remnants left on them from previous guests was enough to keep me from using them. I would also be less inclined to leave a generous tip if I have to input my own orders and refills.
Regardless, I do agree that they alleviate concerns over dishonest staff as it relates to payment. Fortunately, I haven't had to deal with amoral staff on very many occasions.
Though, I am typically opposed to any devices that are meant to reduce a workforce (like self-checkouts).
OMG!!! I agree with you infinity and beyond. Ugh! I get skeeved out just thinking about it. Not to mention that some people don't like to wash their hands anymore when dining out. Yuck!
@Anonymous wrote:I know of three resaturant chains here in New England that have started using Ziosks. I can pay right at the table with tip and get a printed and/or emailed receipt. Server never touches my card. I love them as they can also send requests for the server, reorder drinks and even order desserts.
Yeah....olive garden has these! Crazy. I remember the first time I saw these...i seriously thought three quarters of the restaurant was streaming netflix on a tablet at first lol.
Yeah usually, if it's bad service or paying the tip in cash, then I write zero with a line. Otherwise if I leave a large tip, then capital one sends me a email notifying me of a larger tip than normal. Which I love!!!
